Customer Service Interview Preparation Guide
Strengthen your Customer Service interview skills with our collection of 42 important questions. These questions are specifically selected to challenge and enhance your knowledge in Customer Service. Perfect for all proficiency levels, they are key to your interview success. Download the free PDF now to get all 42 questions and ensure youre well-prepared for your Customer Service interview. This resource is perfect for in-depth preparation and boosting your confidence.42 Customer Service Questions and Answers:
1 :: Can you tell me about a time when you did some thing extra, which was not part of the routine activities assigned to you, but you did it for the benefit of the customer?
Candidate should want to put in the extra effort to provide better and more complete service to customers.
2 :: How do you handle negative feedback from very angry clients? How do you respond to him/her?
Applicant should be able to manage customer complaints without being dominated; should not be over-whelmed by a disapproving customer.
3 :: Explain with an example, how would you handle a situation where a customer is asking for something, which is not in the interest of the company or which would violate a policy of the company?
Applicant should show that they are able to keep balance between company policy and interest of customers; is cautious enough not to be trapped in the future because of any communication made by him/her with customers.
4 :: You ever felt, during course of your work, that the existing systems and solutions are not sufficient to meet the needs of customers properly and/or that they need to be changed? If so, tell me more.
Candidate should show that they take initiatives; capable of changing current systems for the better to improve customer satisfaction.
5 :: Can you explain how you contact or initiate communications with customers?
Applicant should appear to have the skills to build a healthy, professional relationship with customers and co-workers; should be enthusiastic to build a larger customer base.
6 :: If you had to turn down a request from a valued client, what would you do?
Be well-mannered; try to explain the situation to the client; adhere to company’s policies; try to remain reliable to customer.
7 :: Please tell me what is a customer service?
The assistance and advice provided by a company to those people who buy or use its products or services is called customer service.
8 :: Do you know why do customers shop at this store?
People shop here because the selection of merchandise is extensive and the quality is excellent. The associates are always helpful and friendly. I would love the opportunity to be a part of such a well run organization.
9 :: Tell me what would you do if a customer complains that the coffee tastes terrible?
I would take her complaint seriously. I would take some from the dispenser that hers came from and smell and taste it. If it seemed off, I would make a fresh brew. If it seemed fine, I would offer her the option of trying another brew, as this one may not have been to her taste.
10 :: What does a good customer service mean?
Good customer service means having thorough knowledge of your inventory, experience with your products and being able to help customers make the best choices for them.